OTI will manage the international voice business of Omantel, supporting partners and customers, to deliver simple and streamlined access to new and existing global voice solutions. omantel international

It was incorporated with seamless migration of its customers in Q2 2018 and will see a growing number of voice agreements and other services added to its portfolio in the near future.

“Omantel is growing and there is tremendous momentum behind our business. We have created this international entity to continue supporting our global customers with the best possible service and offerings that address their needs. The creation of OTI is a milestone for our business and demonstrates our commitment to offering global solutions that can adopt, evolve and proactively shape our customers’ demand, and furnish them with differentiated experience,”

said Baha Allawati, general manager of carrier and roaming services of Omantel.

“I’m extremely proud of our team. They have been exceptional in delivering the strategy and execution in such a short pace of time. OTI is phased to cater for international voice services while other services would potentially be also incorporated in the near future.”

Omantel has investments in 20 subsea cable systems with landings in more than 120 locations around the world. Capitalizing on Oman’s unique geographic position enables Omantel to offer ultra-low latency networking (ULTN) to various communications hubs in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. ULTN also enables innovation in applications and services and catalyze the foundation for digital transformation globally.

Baha Allawati added:

“We anticipate 2019 as a transformational year for our business as we expand our international offering beyond the traditional norm. Our partners and customers benefit from Oman’s unique geographic location combined with strategic subsea cable investments across the globe to experience new levels of reliability, and performance, while addressing their specific needs and reach further. OTI is also in the final stages of expanding its state-of-the-art systems in redundant geographical locations to assure its commitment towards its partners, further excel the quality of service of its offering, cater for the rapidly growing demand as well as offering diversified portfolio of services on mobile, data and international capacity.” 

Omantel offers direct access to more than 50 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and North America while connecting and optimize its partners’ applications and services. Its suite of solutions enables local and global carriers, cloud and content providers and enterprise customers to deliver exceptional quality of service and experience to end users in both developing and developed markets.

Omantel’s expansion into the international wholesale market is a significant step towards strengthening its global footprint and diversifying its revenue streams. By establishing a dedicated entity, Omantel can:

• Offer a wider range of services: The new entity can provide a more comprehensive suite of wholesale services, including international voice, data, and roaming solutions.
• Target new markets: Omantel can tap into new markets and regions, expanding its customer base and reach.
• Enhance partnerships: The entity can foster stronger partnerships with international carriers and service providers, leading to increased collaboration and business opportunities.
• Improve service quality: A dedicated wholesale entity can focus on delivering high-quality services to its international customers, enhancing Omantel’s reputation in the global market.

Potential Benefits for Omantel and Its Customers

1. Increased revenue: The international wholesale market offers significant revenue potential, especially for operators with strong network infrastructure and a strategic geographic location.
2. Enhanced network efficiency: By optimizing its network for wholesale traffic, Omantel can improve its overall network efficiency and performance.
3. Diversified risk profile: Expanding into the international wholesale market can help Omantel diversify its revenue sources and reduce its dependence on the domestic market.
4. Improved customer satisfaction: By offering a wider range of international services, Omantel can better meet the needs of its domestic customers and attract new business.

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